by shelly andrews | Jun 18, 2013 | blog |
July fourth is right around the corner. For the child with autism, the magical day is filled with disastrous events that could leave them feeling un-festive without preparation for the big day. There is a simple strategy to remember when preparing for the patriotic... Read More
by shelly andrews | Nov 19, 2012 | blog |
“The holidays are coming.” That statement is enough for discomfort to become evident on any special needs parent’s face. The holidays are often a hectic, overwhelming time for the special needs child. There are many changes to the schedule and many... Read More
by shelly andrews | Oct 10, 2012 | blog |
Tip 1 – Expose your child to Halloween, no matter how early it is or how young he or she is. Getting an early start to Halloween is the key to ensuring you have a successful holiday. Repetition is vital to help your child understand Halloween, as is the case for... Read More
by shelly andrews | Jul 2, 2012 | blog |
When I was a kid, the fireworks were my favorite event of the summer. Every year we all hopped happily into the car and drove to the waterside in my Virginia hometown to celebrate our country’s independence. There was nothing better than navigating through the... Read More